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Materials

Polymeric sand

Polymeric sand helps stabilize paver joints, but it must be installed on a dry surface, compacted correctly, cleaned thoroughly, and activated with the right amount of water.

Definition

Polymeric sand is joint sand mixed with binders that harden after watering to help lock paver joints and reduce washout or weed growth.

Why it matters

Bad polymeric sand installation can haze pavers, crack joints, or wash out early. Paver bids should identify joint material, compaction, cleaning, and warranty assumptions.

Also called

joint sandpaver joint sandstabilizing sand